Craft Classes with Sue

Alden Lane is thrilled to have Sue Fordyce back to teach some of her orchid & craft classes. Sue’s artistic talents can be seen all over Alden Lane – she paints our murals & banners, creates the Fairy doors & dragon dens, has designed our Quilt Show t-shirts and more! She grew up in a family or orchid enthusiasts and has long been our “Orchid Queen”.

To sign up for these classes, please visit or call one of our friendly our Cashiers. 925-447-0280


Pressed Flower Lantern

May 4th, 10-11:30am

Just in time for Mother’s Day! Come and make a pressed flower jar lantern with us. A unique handmade gift for Mother’s Day – Grandma, sister, friend or someone special.

We will attach colorful dried flowers to a jar, add a handle for hanging and a battery votive candle. A lovely, creative gift for indoors or out.

We provide all the materials and instruction to make a 1-quart lantern including the votive. The cost is $24 plus tax. Sign up today with our Alden Lane Cashiers in person or by calling (925) 447-0280.

Orchids 101

June 1st, 10am-12pm

Your bloomers are a bust, your leaves are listless, your roots are rotten?

Go from surviving to thriving by learning the important facts about these exotic beauties and how to care for them correctly.

It is not as hard as you think and our expert, Sue Fordyce, will guide you down the path of perfect and prolific.

You are welcome to bring a plant or two you need help with.

$19 and bring a friend for FREE. Sign up today with our Alden Lane Cashiers in person or by calling (925) 447-0280.

Upcoming Classes for 2024 (stay tuned for details)

  • June 8th, July 13th & August 10th Outdoor Art on Tileboard
  • July 20th Chester the Mouse (kids & adults) $35
  • September 28 Cement Pumpkins $48
  • October 26th Gnob the Gnome $48
  • November 23rd Big Fat Shrooms $48

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